Homes, businesses, schools all create varying levels and types of waste. Whilst much of our waste can be recycled, there are still some forms of waste that are classed as general domestic waste and its end of life is landfill. There are some types that are unrecyclable – wet wipes, black plastic, tissues to name … Continued
Keep Britain Tidy shares the shocking statistic that more than two million pieces of litter are dropped in the UK every day. This costs the taxpayers over £1 billion a year for street cleaning around UK streets, beaches, and countrysides. As we celebrate another year of the GB Spring Clean, it highlights the problems with … Continued
If you are an avid reader of our blog, you will see numerous news articles with tips and advice on best practices to manage waste and recyclables. It seems only fitting the next step would be to advise on which bag would be best for your application, and bust some myths along the way. Whether … Continued
Waste creation is an unavoidable aspect of life, for individuals, households, and businesses. From rubbish that is sent to landfills, to waste which can be recycled, this must all be managed in an appropriate manner to best facilitate the planet. This is where the importance of good waste management comes into play. What waste goes … Continued
Our streets, countrysides, beaches, and waterways are often plagued with litter and waste, not only is this an unappealing sight, but it is also damaging to our environment and wildlife. Even for those who may have not witnessed or noticed a litter problem themselves, media and online outlets such as social media, are quick to … Continued
January has come round again, and as we make plans for 2022, many of us have ambitious plans on how to make the new year a success. Over the past few years, more and more of us have shown an interest in sustainability and supporting a circular economy – many of these newfound interests get … Continued
Recycling and good waste management are becoming far more recognised and well known, with all UK councils offering recycling collections and more supermarkets and businesses are also offering other recycling schemes. Whilst many of us claim to have a good understanding of recycling methods, there are some common mistakes that happen frequently when it comes … Continued
Cromwell Polythene takes pride in the accomplishments of its partners, so they were delighted to hear that Pembrokeshire County Council was announced as the ‘Best Recycler in Wales’ for the second year in a row. BEST RECYCLER Between April 2020 to March 2021 Pembrokeshire Council achieved a phenomenal recycling rate of 73.2%. Not only does … Continued
As part of the Circular Economy Package, the UK needs to achieve a 65% municipal recycling rate by 2035. There are many new initiatives that governing bodies are introducing over the coming years to reach this goal, including the Plastic Packaging Tax, Extended Producer Responsibility, and the Deposit Return Scheme. There are also set to be big … Continued
In a recent question and answer at Downing Street, the Prime Minister told the audience of children that recycling plastic “doesn’t work” and “is not the answer”. However, we amongst many other industry and environmental experts are in disagreement with these statements and prepare to share evidence on just how well recycling and waste segregation … Continued